$557,000 $629,000 ↓ $72,000 reduced Active
439 Ala Wai Boulevard #97
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
✓ STR Allowed — Permit Required
City of South Lake Tahoe requires a Vacation Home Rental (VHR) permit — capped at roughly 900 permits citywide (residential zones), so availability varies. Verify current permit availability before counting on rental income.
3 Beds
·
2.0 Baths
·
1,476 Sq Ft
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About This Property

Short-term Rental Potential - Now Permit Eligible!Discover a rare opportunity in the coveted Tahoe Keys community a classic lakeside townhome with a private dock, Tahoe charm, and unparalleled lifestyle potential. This inviting 3-bed, 2-bath retreat offers generous space for family escapes or year-round living.Step inside to a warm, functional layout featuring a cozy living area with a wood-burning stove, a well-equipped kitchen, and easy-flow access to outdoor spaces. The townhome features one bedroom and one bathroom downstairs. The upstairs level hosts two comfortable bedrooms and a full bath perfect for guests or family stays.Slide open the back deck door to breathtaking views of the docks and lake reflections. Here, you can sip your morning coffee or enjoy an evening BBQ against the Sierra scenery. The private dock accommodates your boat up to 24 ft, letting you launch directly into Lake Tahoe whenever the mood strikes a true boater's dream!Located just a few blocks from Tahoe Keys' private beach and summer pool, and only a short drive to Heavenly Ski Resort, casinos, dining, and nightlife, this property offers the best of South Lake Tahoe living with both adventure and tranquility at your fingertips.This townhome is clean as a whistle and ready for its new owners to make it their own!This property is being sold "as-is".

Listed by Christina Dille — Compass

Listing Details

Status Active
MLS # 142471
Days on Market 206
Sold Date 1800-01-01
Price/Sq Ft $377

Property History

Jan 30, 2026
Listed for sale
$629,000
Jun 25, 2026
Price changed
$557,000

Sale History · changed hands 1×

Sold Price Listing agent (sell side) Buyer agent (buy side)
Jun 1997 · county record $152,000 Deed record — brokerage sides not reported

MLS closed sales, with duplicate ingestions collapsed and lease records excluded, so each row is a distinct transaction. Rows marked county record come from the assessor's deed data, which reaches back further than the MLS feed.

Property Overview
Beds 3
Baths 2.0
Sq. Ft. 1,476
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Year Built 1970
Property Type Townhouse
Subdivision Cove South 3
County El Dorado
STR Jurisdiction South Lake Tahoe
APN 022281013000
Exterior & Lot
Lot Features Backs to Lagoon
View Mountains, Lagoon
Roof Flat, Tar/Gravel
Utilities & Systems
Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Financial
HOA Fee $5,825 / Quarterly
HOA & Community
Community Amenities Pool, Tennis, Hot Tub, Club House, Beach, Dock, Pier, Marina, Other/See Remarks
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STR Investment Analysis

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STR Investment Analysis

Yellow Zone
STRUCTURAL SCORE Standard
49
PROJECTED GROSS ANNUAL REVENUE
$34K – $55K typically ~$39,684
~$3,307 per month
Avg Nightly
$210
Occupancy
52%
Cap Rate
2.8%

STR Investment Summary — 439 Ala Wai Boulevard #97, South Lake Tahoe

Est. Gross Annual Revenue
$34K – $55K
typically ~$39,684
Avg Nightly Rate
$210
Projected Occupancy
51.7%
Cap Rate
2.8%
Structural Score: 49 / 100 (Standard) · STR Zone: Yellow

Based on comparable vacation rental performance data for South Lake Tahoe. Gross of management, cleaning and platform fees. Assumes full-year availability, professional management and dynamic pricing; owner use reduces it. Revenue projections are estimates and may vary.

Land Coverage (TRPA)

Tahoe Regional Planning Agency impervious-coverage budget for this parcel

Over coverage limit
726 sq ft covered of 264 sq ft allowed
This parcel exceeds its TRPA coverage allowance. New building typically requires removing existing coverage or acquiring transferable coverage rights.
Parcel Size
999 sq ft
Allowed Coverage
264 sq ft · 26%
Existing Coverage
726 sq ft · 73%
Addable Coverage
0 sq ft
Existing Units
1

TRPA caps how much of each Tahoe Basin parcel can be covered by impervious surfaces — buildings, driveways, decks. Estimated coverage — data: TRPA GIS / Tahoe Open Data. The only authoritative determination of coverage and land capability is a Land Capability Verification through TRPA; actual allowable coverage can differ due to verifications, transfers, banked coverage, or deed restrictions.

TRPA parcel fact sheet ↗

Cost Segregation Tax Savings

Estimated first-year bonus depreciation savings

Estimated First-Year Tax Savings
$0
via bonus depreciation
Land Value
$0
Improvement Basis
$0
5-Year Property (18%)
$0
15-Year Property (10%)
$0
Estimates are for informational purposes only and do not constitute tax advice. Consult a qualified CPA or tax professional for your specific situation. Actual savings depend on individual tax circumstances.

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Principal & interest
$0
Property taxes
$0
HOA dues
$0
From MLS listing data.
Home insurance
$0
Insurance estimate only — Tahoe wildfire-zone rates vary; get a local broker quote for accuracy.
Down payment
20% ($111,400)
Home price
$557,000
Loan details
30-yr fixed, 6.5%
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